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Golden Retriever — Key Facts
Breed NameGolden Retriever (Golden Retriever)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #111
Group / CategoryGroup 8 — Group 8 — Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water Dogs
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date2009-07-28
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #111 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #111 · Group 8

Golden Retriever (FCI #111)

Golden Retriever is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 111, Group 8: Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2009-07-28.

FCI #111Group 8: Group 8 — Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water DogsStatus: definitive
FCI #111

Golden Retriever — Standard & Care

Cooperative gundogs and water retrievers known for soft-mouth retrieval, biddability, and weather-resistant coats.

Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 111 specification.

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Multilingual Nomenclature — Golden Retriever

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)Golden Retriever
Español (ES)Golden Retriever, Cobrador Dorado
Deutsch (DE)Golden Retriever
Français (FR)Golden Retriever
Português (PT-BR)Golden Retriever
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FAQ

FAQ — Golden Retriever

What is the official FCI standard number for Golden Retriever?

Golden Retriever (Golden Retriever) is registered under FCI Standard #111 in Group 8 (Group 8 — Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water Dogs), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Golden Retriever breeder or national club?

Use the Porodoteka National Kennel Clubs & Feline Federations Directory (/en/clubs/) to locate the recognized FCI member organization in your country.

Official Sources & Provenance Verified: 2026-11-06

Reference materials do not replace an in-person veterinary consultation or official kennel club registration rules.